Threat Database Adware Deals Kind Ads

Deals Kind Ads

By GoldSparrow in Adware

Threat Scorecard

Threat Level: 80 % (High)
Infected Computers: 9
First Seen: April 5, 2016
Last Seen: April 25, 2020
OS(es) Affected: Windows

The Deals Kind application may be offered on software distribution platforms and freeware bundles as a shopping helper that will help you find coupons and vouchers for electronics, eBooks and food supplements. Users that wish to build and support a healthy lifestyle may be interested in installing the Deals Kind application. When the Deals Kind app is installed, it may invite the users to provide information including their geographical location, body type, phone number, email address and financial status. It may be logical that you need to provide that sort of information to receive accurate results with the Deals Kind app. However, the Deals Kind software is classified as adware, and you should not input your contact details and personally identifiable information on the fields presented by the Deals Kind adware. The Deals Kind adware does not secure its connection to the Internet with encryption, and your Web traffic may be spoofed by third parties. Needless to say, the Deals Kind adware may represent a security risk that may be exploited, and you may be targeted with threats like Pupy and Smadow.

The advertisements by Deals Kind may be corrupted, and Web surfers are not advised to click on deals, discounts, and offer that may be appealing and suggest that there is a prize involved. The developers of the Deals Kind adware may use it to collect usage data such as your Internet and download history, browser type, IP address and bookmarks collection. The information gathered by the Deals Kind adware may be sold to unlicensed advertisers, and you may experience numerous pop-up windows loaded with targeted commercials. Moreover, the Deals Kind adware may install a plug-in, show a notification in the top right corner of your browser window, and ask to access your account at Amazon, Facebook, and Twitter under the pretense of delivering real-time updates for the items you like. Do not provide the Deals Kind adware with access to your social media profiles and avoid making purchases before cleaning your PC. You can deal with the Deals Kind adware by using a reliable anti-spyware tool that is specialized in removing adware and securing your Internet connection.

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